AGRIS Co-operative Ltd. is looking for seasonal scale house operator I to join our team in Chatham. As part of the Branch Yard Team you will assist in the delivering of agriculture innovation and services in our communities to enhance farm owner profitability.

What will you be responsible for: 

• General labour position performing mainly manual labour. May seasonally operate plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Under direct supervision, this position primarily provides general labour and may be used to allow incumbents the opportunity to learn about the operation.
• Performs a variety of tasks to deliver on an exceptional customer experience.
• Provides general labour and operates equipment safely and efficiently inside and/or outside the facility as required.
• Provides good housekeeping in and about the facility and within assigned work area.
• Assists with maintenance of equipment and/or vehicles as required.
• Ensures that all associated documentation, including shipping and receiving, is accurate and completed according to schedule.
• Deals effectively and courteously with customers and co workers.
• Performs other tasks associated with the handling of grain handled by the Co-operative.
• Understands and follows AGRIS Co-operative Ltd.’s health, safety and environmental policies and procedures.

Requirements for this job: 

• An agricultural background.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors. Physical activity includes walking and climbing, loading/unloading trucks inspecting equipment, etc.
• Ability to work irregular hours.
• May haveor be able to obtain various licences, permits, and/or certificates as required.

If you are interested in a career in agriculture as part of an industry leader, developing innovative solutions and enhancing the profitability of our members, we want to meet with you!

About AGRIS Co-operative Ltd. 

AGRIS Co-operative Ltd. is a dynamic and successful farmer owned Co-operative that prides itself on providing quality agronomic and grain marketing solutions for our customer/owners. We are a leader in precision farming technology, seed, and agronomy and petroleum services.

AGRIS Co-operative Ltd. is a 100 per-cent farmer-owned grain marketing and farm-input supply company that serves more than 1,000 farmer owners in 14 locations in Essex, Kent, Elgin, Middlesex and Lambton Counties. It is a leader in precision farming technology, seed, agronomy and petroleum services. 

The co-operative is a partner of Great Lakes Grain, a grain merchandising company. AGRIS Co-operative is a member-owner of GROWMARK, Inc. and markets products and services under the FS banner. 

We have branches located in Brigden, Chatham, Cottam, Dutton, Glencoe, Leamington, McGregor, Muirkirk, Rochester, Stoney Point, Thamesford, Thamesville, Tupperville and Wheatley.

Please forward your resume in confidence by September 24, 2024 to humanresources@agris.coop. 

AGRIS Co-operative Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all those who apply however only applicants selected for an interview will be notified.